Dr. Gonzo — Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas Character Profile

About Dr. Gonzo

Duke's attorney and traveling companion. He is a volatile and unpredictable figure who accompanies Duke to Vegas, engages in heavy substance abuse, and actively participates in the ensuing hotel trashing and convention chaos.

Dr. Gonzo — Character Profile

Quick Facts about Dr. Gonzo

Education

San Francisco State University, Oakdale High School, San Francisco Law School

Occupation

writer, lawyer, politician

Character Facts

Played by

Benicio del Toro

Appears in

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (3)

• Dr. Gonzo — Alliance Travel Companions — Raoul Duke (Johnny Depp)

  Primary partners sharing the road trip and vehicle.

• Dr. Gonzo — Conflict Fleeing Target — Hitchhiker (Tobey Maguire)

  Hitchhiker perceives Gonzo as a threat requiring escape.

• Dr. Gonzo — Alliance Fellow Travelers — Lacerda (Craig Bierko)

  Indirect alliance through shared transportation and destination.

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